Amy M. Emerson

Andi believes that many family law matters can be resolved through thoughtful negotiation and problem-solving, allowing people to move forward without further strain on already sensitive relationships. She approaches each case with the goal of reaching agreement when possible, while also preparing carefully for litigation when settlement is not achievable. This balanced approach allows Andi to advocate effectively for her clients at every stage of a case, with the support of her dedicated par...

Jay Breedveld is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Administrative / Regulatory Law. Jay practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Jay Breedveld since 2016. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jay Breedveld is held by other lawyers.

Marc A. Young is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Marc A. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Marc A. Young since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Marc A. Young is held by other lawyers.

Conor M. Civins is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent, Patent Law, Trade Secrets Law and Trademark Law. Conor M. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Conor M. Civins since 2012. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Conor ...

Tim Cleveland is a trusted trial lawyer and counselor who strategically helps clients resolve business disputes. For two decades, Mr. Cleveland has tried and won high-stakes commercial disputes in state courts, federal courts, and arbitration tribunals across the country — including Texas, New York, California, Alabama, and Illinois. Mr. Cleveland built a Chambers-ranked firm, Cleveland Krist PLLC, with the conviction that clients in serious litigation deserve trial lawyers who actually...

Maria Elena Bickerton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Maria Elena practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Maria Elena Bickerton since 2013. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Maria Elena Bickerton is held by other lawyers.

Santosh Aravind is a trial and appellate lawyer at Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP in Austin, Texas. A former federal prosecutor, he represents individuals and companies in white-collar criminal investigations, regulatory enforcement proceedings, cybersecurity matters, and complex commercial litigation. His practice includes matters involving the Securities and Exchange Commission, the United States Department of Justice, the Texas Attorney General, the Massachusetts Attorney General&rsquo...

Ms. Hunt is a Partner of Osborne, Helman, Scott, Knisely & Stanton, LLP. She focuses her practice in the area of fiduciary litigation, primarily involving trusts, estates, family limited partnerships, powers of attorney, community property and financial account disputes. Ms. Hunt currently serves as a Board Member for the Texas Real Estate & Probate Institute (“T-REP”), and is Chair of Estate and Trust Legislative Affairs for TREP, where she participates in the development...

Clark Aspy has tried and handled cases in the areas of personal injury/negligence, transportation, products liability, condemnation and eminent domain, construction disputes, DTPA/business claims, premises liability, employment discrimination, and real estate litigation in various courts all around the state. Mr. Aspy is also active in Alternative Dispute Resolution, both as a participant and a facilitator. He is certified as a trained mediator, serving in hundreds of cases over the past 25 y...

Ruth Ruggero Hughs, former Texas Secretary of State, is a partner at Kelly Hart’s Austin office and co-chair’s the firm’s Public Law group. Her practice is focused on Public Law, assisting businesses to manage the intersection of law, policy and government, including advising on international transactions and trade matters, government procurement, energy regulatory and policy matters, corporate governance and crisis counseling, federal and state regulatory matters, and publi...